BGetting started

IC Recorder

Operating Instructions
Owners Record The model number is located at the rear and the serial number is located inside the battery compartment. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. ICD-MX20 Serial No.
Step 1: Installing the Batteries
Slide and open the battery compartment lid. Insert two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries with correct polarity, and close the lid.
Make sure to insert batteries into the unit from the - end first. When you insert batteries for the first time, or when you insert batteries after the unit has been without batteries for a certain period of time, Set Date&Time appears. Please refer Step 2: Setting the Clock to set the date and time. If the battery compartment lid is accidentally detached, attach it as illustrated. Notes on batteries
Do not use manganese batteries for this unit. Do not charge dry batteries. When you are not going to use the unit for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

Playing Back Messages

When playing back a previously recorded message, start from Step 1. When playing back a message you have just finished recording, start from Step 2-2. Searching forward/backward during playback (Cue/Review)
To search forward (cue): Keep V pressed during playback and release the key at the point you wish to resume playback. To search backward (review): Keep v pressed during playback and release the key at the point you wish to resume playback. If you keep V or v pressed, the unit starts to search at higher speed. During cue/review, the counter will be displayed, regardless of the display mode setting. 1 When playback or fast playback is done to the end of the last message When fast playback is done to the end of the last message, Message End flashes for 5 seconds. (You cannot hear the playback sound.) If you keep v pressed while Message End is flashing, the messages are played back rapidly, and normal playback will start at the point you release the key. When Message End stops flashing and the OPR indicator goes off, the unit will stop at the beginning of the last message. If the last message is long and you wish to start playback at a later part of the message, keep V pressed to play back the message to the end and then press v while Message End is flashing to go back to the desired point. For messages other than the last one, go to the beginning of the next message and play backward to the desired point.
Index to Parts and Controls
Identifying the front and rear panels of the unit
When you insert the batteries for the first time after purchasing (initializing the memory)
ACCESS appears in the display window and the internal memory is initialized automatically to create 5 folders (FOLDER01 to FOLDER05).

Select the folder.

Follow the step 2 in Recording Messages.
Select the message and start playback.
1 Press v or V to display the desired message number. v: for previous message number V: for next message number 2 Press Nx. Selected message number/Number of messages in the selected folder Playback slider Displays the current playback position. Counter display* Recorded date and time of the message

i (headphones) jack

If the slot/connector lid is accidentally detached, attach it as illustrated.
Notes while ACCESS appears
The unit is accessing data while ACCESS appears in the display window or the OPR indicator lights or flashes in red or orange. While accessing, do not remove the batteries or AC adaptor (not supplied). Doing so may damage the data. If the unit is required to process excessive amount of data, ACCESS may be displayed for an extended period of time. This is not a malfunction of the unit. Wait until the message disappears.

Troubleshooting

Before taking the unit for repair, check the following sections. Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Recording mode: ST In recording: 8 hr. In playback: 8 hr.

* * * *

STLP 9 hr. 30 min. 9 hr.
SP LP 9 hr. 30 min. 10 hr. 30 min. 9 hr. 9 hr.
(hr.: hours/min.: minutes) In continuous recording/playback In approximate hours and minutes When playing back through the internal speaker with the medium volume level The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit.
OPR indicator** (lights in green during playback.)
3 Adjust the volume with VOLUME +/.
* The display selected with the Display in the menu appears. **When the LED in the menu is set to OFF, the OPR indicator turns off.
Even if the HOLD function is activated, you can stop the alarm playback. To stop the alarm or playback, press xSTOP. (You cannot stop usual playback.)

qg i (headphones) jack

To monitor the recording from the built-in microphone, connect headphones supplied or not supplied here. You can adjust the volume with VOLUME +/ qa, but the recording level is fixed. Note
If you turn up the volume excessively or place the headphones near the microphone while monitoring recording, the microphone may pick up the sound from the headphones, causing acoustic feedback (howling sound).
The unit does not operate.
The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity. The batteries are weak. The buttons are locked with the HOLD switch. (If you press any button, HOLD will appear for 3 seconds.)

Using on house current

Connect the AC power adaptor (not supplied) to the DC IN 3V jack of the unit and to the wall outlet. Do not use any other AC power adaptor. To DC IN 3V jack AC power adaptor (not supplied) Polarity of the plug
The unit plays all the messages in a folder continuously and stops at the beginning of the last message in the folder. (You change the Play Mode in the menu so that the unit plays a message and then stop at the beginning of the next message.)
Listening in better sound quality
You can enjoy better sound quality as follows: To listen from headphones: Connect the stereo headphones (supplied or not supplied) to the i (headphones) jack. The built-in speaker will be automatically disconnected. To listen from an external speaker: Connect an active or passive speaker (not supplied) to the i (headphones) jack.
The Memory Stick is not recognized. The number of folders automatically created in the Memory Stick is less than 5.

Depending on the area you purchased the unit, the Digital Voice Up switch name shown on the unit may differ.
You cannot start recording.
The memory is full. Erase some of the messages. Or use the Digital Voice Editor to save the IC recorder messages to the hard disk of your PC. You can also use the Memory Stick with sufficient capacity. The write-protect switch on the inserted Memory Stick is set to LOCK. 999 messages have already been recorded in the selected folder. Select another folder or erase some of the messages.

9 MEMORY STICK slot

Insert the Memory Stick Duo or Memory Stick PRO Duo here.

2 Press v/V to select

Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Model: Responsible Party: Address: SONY ICD-MX20 Sony Electronics Inc. 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127 USA Telephone Number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Press v/V to select the digits for the year.
v: to decrease the number V: to increase the number
(Preferences) and then press Nx. 3 Press v/V to select Date&Time. The current time is displayed in the right bottom of the display window.
1 enter the menu mode. 2 select the desired menu ( / / 3 select the desired menu item. go back to the previous step. /
Press b (MENU). ). Press v/V and press Nx. Press v/V and press Nx. Press v/V to select and press Nx. ( If does not appear, press b. ) Press v/V and press Nx. Press xSTOP.

0 USB connector

Use the USB cable to connect a PC here.
Selecting the item in the desired menu (2, 3)
qa VOLUME (volume) +/ button
Adjust the playback sound with the button.

qs DIVIDE button

Press to divide a message during playback.
You cannot erase a message.
The message or the folder containing the message is set to Read-only in the computer. Display the message or the folder using Windows Explorer and remove the check for Read-only under Properties. The write-protect switch on the inserted Memory Stick is set to LOCK.

Press Nx.

The month digits will flash.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 to set the month, day, hour, and then minutes in sequence.

To select a previous or next item Press b for the previous item or B for the next item. Note
If you do not press Nx for more than one minute, the clock setting mode is cancelled and the window will return to normal display.
4 To set the clock, press Nx to
display the Date&Time window and follow the steps 1 through 4 of the Step 2: Setting the Clock.
4 select the setting item. 5 exit the menu mode.

qd A-B

(repeat) button
If you do not press the key or button for one minute, the menu mode is automatically cancelled and the window will return to normal display.
Selecting the setting item (4)
Press to specify the beginning and ending points of the portion to be played back repeatedly.

ql Slit for a handstrap

You can attach a handstrap (not supplied) here.
w; Battery compartment /DC IN 3V jack
Open the compartment lid and insert two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries.
You cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording to the previously recorded message.
The remaining memory is too short. The overwritten part will be deleted after the overwriting part finishes recording. Therefore, you can only overwrite within the remaining recording time. At a factory setting, Add/Over (additional/ overwrite recording) is set to OFF. Display the menu and set the Add/Over to Add REC or Overwrite.
This unit does not have a power on/ off switch. The display is shown at all times.

Using the display window

Menu items

REC Mode

Settings (*: Initial setting)
Stop/Play/Rec** One message view List view (in stop mode)

Notice for users

Program 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 Sony Corporation
Documentation 2005 Sony Corporation
Press xSTOP to return to the normal display.

Record/play menu

You can set the recording mode (bit rate): ST*: You can record with high-quality stereo sound. (48 kbps) STLP: You can record with stereo sound for longer time. (24 kbps) SP: You can record with better sound (monaural sound). (16 kbps) LP: You can record for longer time (monaural sound). (8 kbps) Note: When the DIRECTNL switch is set to ON, a message will be recorded in monaural even in the ST or STLP recording mode. You can set the microphone sensitivity. High*: To record at meetings or in a quiet and/or spacious place. Low: To record dictation or in a noisy place. You can activate or disable the VOR (Voice Operated Recording) function for eliminating recording from soundless period.: ON: Recording starts when the unit detects sound and VOR is displayed. Recording pauses when no sound is heard and VOR Pause is displayed. OFF*: The VOR function is disabled. Normal recording operation is selected. Note: VOR function is affected by the sound around you. Set the Mic Sense according to the recording conditions. If recording is not satisfactory after you have changed the microphone sensitivity, or for important recording, set the VOR to OFF. You can enable or disable the adding or overwrite recording mode: OFF*: You cannot add a recording to avoid erasing a message by accidental operation. Add REC: You can adds a recording to a previously recorded message during playback. Overwrite: You can adds an overwrite recording to a previously recorded message during playback. You can set the playback speed: OFF*: Messages will be played back at normal speed. ON: You can adjust the speed of the playback between twice the normal speed (+100%) and half the normal speed (50%) You can activate or disable the easy search function: ON: You can go back for approx. 3 seconds by pressing v (.), or advance for approx. 10 seconds by pressing V (>). OFF*: You can go back or forward the messages by pressing v/V (./>). You can set the playback mode when you press Nx: Cont Play*: The unit plays back all messages in a folder continuously. One MSG: The unit plays back one message and then stops at the beginning of the next message Repeat: The unit plays back a message repeatedly until you press Nx or xSTOP. Repeat MSG and will be displayed.

BBasic Operations

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Recording is interrupted.
The advanced VOR (Voice Operated Recording) function is activated. Set VOR in the menu to OFF.
Recording is interrupted (when recording from an external device).
If you use an audio connecting cable without a resistor to connect the sound source to the IC recorder, sound may be recorded interrupted. Make sure to use a resistance audio connecting cable.
You can record the maximum of 999 messages in each folder of the initially 5 folders (FOLDER01 to FOLDER05). In all the folders of the built-in memory, you can record the maximum of 1,012 messages. Since a newly recorded message is automatically added behind the last recorded message, you can start recording quickly without searching for the end of the last recording.
Recording Messages Recording Messages
Message 1 Message 2 Blank space Newly recorded message
Mic Sense Maximum recording time* (built-in memory)
The maximum recording time of all the folders is as follows. You can record messages for the maximum recording time in a single folder. Recording modes** ST Approx. 1 hr. 25 min. STLP Approx. 2 hr. 45 min. SP Approx. 4 hr. 20 min. LP Approx. 11 hr. 45 min. (hr.: hours/min.: minutes) * In continuous recording ** Recording modes: ST: Standard play stereo recording mode/STLP: Long play stereo recording mode /SP: Standard play monaural recording mode/LP: Long play monaural recording mode

OK//OK

1 Folder icon
Displays the icon of the current folder. You can change the icon with the Edit Folder in the menu.

Noise is heard.

An object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubbed or scratched the unit during recording so that noise was recorded. The unit was placed near an AC power source, a fluorescent lamp or a mobile phone during recording or playback. Plug of the connected microphone was dirty when recording. Clean the plug. Headphones plug is dirty. Clean the plug.

2 Priority marks

Displays the priority marks specified with the Priority with the menu. You can renumber the messages in the order of their priority.

Recording level is low.

Mic Sense (microphone sensitivity) is set to Low. Display the menu and set Mic Sense to High. If it is difficult to hear small sound of a recorded message, slide the VOICE UP switch to ON. Playback sound may become more audible.

Add/Over

Select the recording mode.
For how to select the recording mode, see Operating the Menu.
qs Microphone sensitivity indication Displays the current microphone sensitivity specified with the Mic Sense in the menu: H (High): To record at a meeting or in a quiet/ spacious place. L (Low): To record for dictation or in a noisy place. qd Drive indication
Displays the current drive: : Built-in memory drive : Memory Stick drive
3 Selected message number /Total number of the messages in the selected folder 4 Alarm indicator Appears when the alarm is set for a message.
1 Press B ( ). The folders in the built-in memory are displayed. Icon and name* of the selected folder Built-in memory drive ( )

OK/OK/

5 Playback slider
Displays the current playback position.
qf Remaining battery indicator
Displays the remaining battery volume. When the AC power adaptor (not supplied) is connected, the indicator does not appear.

Information

IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, OR LOSSES OR EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT OR THE USE OF ANY PRODUCT. The validity of the CE marking is restricted to only those countries where it is legally enforced, mainly in the countries EEA (European Economic Area).
The maximum number of the folders when each folder contains one message
You can create the maximum of 340 folders each in the built-in memory and the Memory Stick.

Easy Search

6 Counter (Elapsed time)/Remaining time / Message name indication
The display mode selected with the Display in the menu appears: Elapse: Displays the elapsed playback/recording time of one message (counter).
qg Folder name indication
Displays the name of the current folder. You can change the icon with the Edit Folder in the menu.
Playback speed is too fast or too slow.
The playback speed is adjusted in the DPC in the menu. Slide the DPC switch to OFF or display the DPC in the menu and adjust the playback speed.

Play Mode

Notes before recording * You can display a long folder name by scrolling the cursor. 2 Press v or V to select the folder in which you wish to record messages. 3Press Nx.

OK/OK/ OK// OK// OK//

There are fewer menu items in the menu mode.
There are some menu items which are not displayed while the set is in recording or playback mode.

Start recording.

1 Press zXREC/PAUSE during the stop mode. You do not need to keep pressing zXREC/PAUSE while recording. Current message number/ Number of messages in the selected folder Remaining memory indication Counter display*

Expanding the memory

You can expand the memory by inserting a Memory Stick Duo or Memory Stick PRO Duo into the MEMORY STICK slot. (See the reverse side.)

Edit menu

Priority You can add priority marks (v) to the currently selected message. Usually the recorded messages are lined up in the order of recording. (None*/v/vv/vvv) (See the reverse side.) You can move the currently selected message to the desired folder. (See the reverse side.) You can set the alarm to the currently selected message. (See the reverse side.) You can add a new folder to the end of the current drive. (See the reverse side.) You can change the icon and name of the currently selected folder. (See the reverse side.)

Built-in microphone

A character in a folder or message name is displayed as s.
The unit cannot support and display some characters which are entered using the supplied Digital Voice Editor software.
OK/OK/ OK/OK/ OK// OK// OK//
Remain: Displays the remaining time of the message in the playback mode, and the remaining recordable time in the stop and recording modes. Name: Displays the message name (title) if it is specified with the supplied Digital Voice Editor. (Some characters that are not compatible with the unit may not be displayed.)

qj Scroll bar

Displays the current location of the displayed messages among the whole messages in the current folder. Note
The effect of the back light of the display window may be reduced in a bright location.
Switching the one message view and the list view
You can choose how the messages will be displayed on the stop mode between list view and one message view as follows:

The remaining time displayed in the display window is shorter than that displayed in the supplied Digital Voice Editor software.
The unit requires a certain amount of memory for system operation. That amount is subtracted from the remaining time, which is the reason for the difference.

OK/OK/OK

Memory Stick drive ( )

4 Press Nx.

The folders of the selected drive are displayed, where you can select one by pressing v or V. (If you keep pressing v or V , the display switches to the folders of another drive.)

Date&Time

Press v/V to select ON (list view) or OFF (one message view) and then press Nx.
The setting will be changed.
The battery life is short.
The battery life mentioned in Step 1: Installing the Batteries is based on playback through internal speaker with the medium volume level (using Sony alkaline batteries LR03(SG)). The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit.

stop recording

Press xSTOP. The unit stops at the beginning of the current recording. If you do not change the folder after you stop recording, the next time you record you will record in the same folder. Press zXREC/PAUSE. During recording pause, the OPR indicator flashes in red and REC Pause flashes in the display window. Press zXREC/PAUSE. Recording resumes from that point. Press xSTOP to stop recording, then press Nx. Press Nx during recording. Keep pressing v (.) during recording or recording pause. Recording stops and you can search backwards while listening to fast playback sound. After you release the key, playback starts from that point. You can add an overwrite recording from that point.
ACCESS display does not disappear.
If the unit is required to process excessive amount of data, ACCESS may be displayed for an extended period of time. This is not a malfunction of the unit. Wait until the message disappears.

pause recording*

The unit does not operate correctly.
Take out the batteries and insert them again with correct polarity.
You cannot connect the unit to the PC.
Refer to the Digital Voice Editor 2 operating instructions. Please note that recorded messages may be erased during service or repair work.
release pause and resume recording listen to the current recording review the current recording instantly review during recording
Starting recording automatically in response to the sound Advanced VOR function Set VOR in the menu to ON. Notes on recording
While the OPR indicator flashes or lights in red or orange, do not remove the batteries or the AC adaptor (not supplied). Doing so may damage the data. Noise may be recorded if an object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubs or scratches the unit during recording.

Backlight

0 Recording mode indication
Displays the current recording mode specified with the REC Mode in the menu: ST: Standard play stereo recording mode STLP: Long play stereo recording mode SP: Standard play monaural recording mode LP: Long play monaural recording mode

List View

**Displays whether you can change the setting in each operation mode (Stop: stop mode/Play: playback mode/Rec: recording mode): OK shows the setting can be changed and shows the setting cannot be changed.
qa VOR (Voice Operated Recording) indicator
Appears when the VOR in the menu is set to ON and the voice operated recording is activated.
* About one hour after you pause recording, recording pause is automatically released and the unit goes into the stop mode.

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BVarious Ways of Recording
Playing Back a Message at a Desired Time with an Alarm
You can sound an alarm and start playback of a selected message at a desired time. You can have the message played back at a specified date, once every week, or the same time everyday. You can also sound the alarm without playing back a message. Note
When the clock is not set or no messages are recorded, you cannot set the alarm.
The remaining messages will be renumbered. (For example, if you erase Message 3, Message 4 will be renumbered as Message 3. When erasing is completed, the unit will stop at the beginning of the following message.)
Adding Priority Mark(s) Priority Mark Function
Usually the recorded messages are lined up in the order of recording. By adding priority mark(s) (v) to important messages, you can renumber the messages in the order of their priority. There are four levels, vvv (the most important), vv, v, and None (no priority mark). You can add priority marks both in the stop mode and in the playback mode.
Press v/V to select Icon and press Nx.
The window for selecting a folder icon is displayed.
Adding a Recording to a Previously Recorded Message
You can add a recording to the message being played back. Notes
At a factory setting, you cannot add a recording not to erase the message by accidental operation. To add or overwrite a recording, set the Add/Over in the menu to Add REC or Overwrite. The added or overwritten portion of a message will be recorded in the same recording mode (ST, STLP, SP or LP) as the original message, regardless of the current recording mode setting. You cannot add or overwrite a recording if the remaining memory is not long enough. For more information, see Troubleshooting.
Press v/V/b/B to select a folder icon.
The cursor moves to the direction you press the key (v/V/b/B). When you keep pressing v/ V, you can scroll the pages.

To cancel erasing Press xSTOP before step 5. To erase a message partially First divide the message and then follow the steps on this section to erase the message.
Display the message you want to set the alarm.
Display the message you want to mark.

The setting is finished.

Erasing all messages in a folder
Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
The folder is labeled with the selected icon and its associated name.
When Add REC is selected in the menu The added recording will be placed after the current message and counted as a part of the message. During playback of Message 3 After adding a recording

Message 3 Message 4

Enter the alarm setting mode.
1 Press b (MENU), and select (Edit) by pressing v/V, and then press Nx. 2 Press v/V to select Alarm and press Nx. The alarm setting mode will be displayed. 3 Press v/V to select ON. If ON has already been selected, follow the next step. 4 Press Nx. The window to set the alarm date will be displayed.
You can erase all recorded messages in a folder.
Display the folder or a message in the folder that you want to erase. Press b (MENU), and (Erase) by select pressing v/V, and then press Nx.
The cursor moves to the Erase menu.
Press b (MENU), and select (Edit) by pressing v/V, and then press Nx.
The cursor moves to the Edit menu.
Memory Stick-R: Data stored in Memory Stick-R cannot be overwritten. It can be used on Memory Stick-R compatible devices. You cannot store data with MagicGate copyright protection technology. Memory Stick: Memory Stick can store all types of data except for the one that requires the MagicGate copyright protection technology. Memory Stick (MagicGate/High-Speed Transfer Compatible): Memory Stick (MagicGate/HighSpeed Transfer Compatible) employs MagicGate copyright protection technology and supports highspeed data transfer. It can be used with all the Memory Stick-compatible devices. (Data transfer speed depends on the Memory Stick-compatible device.) MagicGate Memory Stick : MagicGate Memory Stick employs the MagicGate copyright protection technology. Memory Stick-ROM: Memory Stick-ROM is the read-only Memory Stick storing the data. You cannot save or delete its data. What is MagicGate?

Depending on the folder icon you choose, there is no associated name. If you edit folder icons and names, folder icons and names will not be associated.

Message 3

Message 4
Press v/V to select Priority and press Nx.
The window for setting priority marks is displayed.

Changing a folder name

Folders have been labeled automatically with double figures or letter like FOLDER04 or FOLDERAB, but you can label folders as you like by using template names.

Notes on use

When you slide the write-protect switch to the write protect position, you cannot record, edit, or delete the data. (Some types of Memory Stick Duo are not equipped with write-protect switch.) Connector On power Operate the unit only on 3 V DC. Use two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries. Write-protect switch Place the label here. Avoid removing the Memory Stick from the unit while the unit is reading or writing data. Data may be damaged in such occasions: While the unit is reading or writing data, the Memory Stick is removed or the batteries are removed. Or the AC power adaptor (not supplied) is removed. The Memory Stick is used in a location subject to electrostatic or electronic noises. We recommend that you save backup of the important data. On safety Do not operate the unit while driving, cycling or operating any motorized vehicle. On handling Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock. Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, remove the batteries and have the unit checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. On noise Noise may be heard when the unit is placed near an AC power source, a fluorescent lamp or a mobile phone during recording or playback. Noise may be recorded when an object, such as your finger, etc., rubs or scratches the unit during recording. On maintenance To clean the exterior, use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner. If you place a magnetic card near the speaker of the unit, the card may be affected by the magnet of the speaker and may become unusable. Please keep a magnetic card away from the unit. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Added recording When Overwrite is selected in the menu You can add an overwrite recording after the selected point in a recorded message. The part of the message after the selected point is deleted. The starting point of an overwrite recording

B Other Information

On system limitations of the IC recorder
There are some system limitations of the unit. Troubles as mentioned below are not malfunctions of the unit.
You cannot record messages up to the maximum recording time.
If you record messages in a mixture of ST, STLP, SP and LP modes, the recordable time varies from the maximum ST mode recording time to the maximum LP mode recording time. There may be other formatted data (for example, images) in the memory. Since you need the minimum recording unit to record a message even shorter than the minimum recording unit, the actual total recording time may become shorter than the maximum recording time of the IC recorder. The maximum recording time varies depending on the number of folders or messages. No more recording can be made when 999 messages each have been recorded in a folder. Due to the limitation of the IC recording system mentioned above, the sum of the total recorded time in the counter (elapsed time) and the remaining time becomes shorter than the maximum recording time of the IC recorder.
1 Recommended types of microphones
You can use the ECM-CS10 Sony electret condenser microphone (not supplied).
Select the alarm playback.
Press v or V to select the alarm sound either from Beep&Play (for starting playback after the alarm) or Beep (for only the alarm).
While recording or playing back a message, press DIVIDE at the point you want to divide.
When you press DIVIDE during recording: The new message number is added at the point you pressed the button, and New MSG REC appears for 3 seconds. The message will be divided into two; however, the messages will be recorded without a break. Recording continues
Message 1 Message 2 Message 3

Adding a folder

Recording from other equipment
To record sound of other equipment with the IC recorder, connect the m (microphone) jack of the IC recorder to the earphone jack of other equipment (tape recorder etc.) by using a resistance audio connecting cable. Before you start recording, set the microphone sensitivity by setting the Mic Sense in the menu to High. Note
If you use an audio connecting cable without a resistor, sound may be recorded interrupted. Make sure to use a resistance audio connecting cable.
Press b (MENU), and (Edit) by select pressing v/V, and then press Nx.
The cursor moves to the Edit menu. Notes
Do not insert or remove the Memory Stick while a message of the built-in memory is recorded or played back. Doing so may cause malfunction of the unit. Make sure to insert the Memory Stick firmly. Do not insert a Memory Stick in a different direction. It may cause malfunction of the unit.

B Other Operations

Formatting the Memory
You can format the built-in memory and a Memory Stick Duo or Memory Stick PRO Duo inserted in the MEMORY STICK slot. Formatting will delete all the data recorded in the memory including images and other data. Before formatting, check the data in the memory. Tip

Power Supply Problem

PC An AC power adaptor that is not compatible with the IC recorder is connected. Make sure to use the AC power adaptor for the unit (not supplied). Or insert the batteries.
Display the folder you want to change the folder icon. Press b (MENU), and select (Edit) by pressing v/V, and then press Nx.

The message is erased.

When the unit is connected to the PC, PC Connect appears on the display window and you can recognize the IC recorder with your PC. Tip
When you connect the unit to your PC, the built-in memory is recognized as an IC recorder and the Memory Stick is recognized as a removable disk. You can use Windows Explorer to display the data stored in the built-in memory or Memory Stick. When playing, editing, or saving a message, however, please make sure to use the supplied Digital Voice Editor.

Replace Batteries

Batteries are weak. Replace batteries with new ones.

Types of Memory Stick

Following types of Memory Stick are available for versatile purposes. Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo are the only media supported by ICDMX20. Memory Stick PRO : Memory Stick PRO employs the MagicGate copyright protection technology and can be used only with Memory Stick PRO compliant devices.

Read-only Memory Stick

The Memory Stick has been set to Read-only. You cannot edit or erase messages of a Read-only Memory Stick. Release the Read-only setting.
To set the clock of the unit automatically Set Date&Time in the menu to Automatic and connect the unit to the PC after the Digital Voice Editor is started. The clock of the unit is automatically set according to the internal clock of your PC.

System Error

The IC recorder failed in memory access because the memory is corrupted or a system error occurred.